Rukhmabai Raut: India's First Female Practicing Doctor and the Harbinger of Age of Consent Act
Read about Rukhmabai, a child bride, who became India’s first practicing female doctor & helped in establishing the Age of Consent Act.
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Pratha
- Jun 10
- 5 min
How did the arrival of Portuguese traders affect Indian economy, politics, and culture?
Read how the arrival of Portuguese trader Vasco Da Gama served as a turning point in Indian economic, cultural, and political history.
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Ria Kanchan
- Jun 3
- 5 min
8 Unusual Museums in India You May Not Know About
From a museum of witchcraft to that of brooms, India is home to several bizarre places. Take a look at some of them right here!
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Akshita Rana
- May 11
- 5 min
8 Must-Watch ‘Stories by Rabindranath Tagore’
Here's a list of some empowering tales by Rabindranath Tagore as represented by Anurag Basu in Epic series 'Stories by Rabindranath Tagore.'
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Prerana Thakur
- Apr 23
- 5 min
How do Different Indian Religions Perceive Mental Health and Therapy?
Explore the relationship between religion and mental health as well as how different Indian religions perceive mental well-being and therapy
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Divya Balvally
- Jan 22
- 3 min
The Journey of Ghazal from Persia to the Indian Subcontinent
Read how ghazals travelled from Persia to the Indian subcontinent and how the Indian culture influenced its structure.
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Prerana Thakur
- Jan 15
- 4 min
Notion of Purity and Pollution in Hinduism
Learn about concepts of purity and pollution, and how they lead to discriminatory practises in Hinduism.
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Divya Balvally
- Jan 8
- 3 min
The Healing Power of Mandalas
Apart from their visual appeal, Manadalas are used in Buddhism and Hindusim because of their healing powers. What are they? Find out here.
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Khushi M
- Dec 22, 2021
- 3 min
9 Must-Visit Lakes in India
The lakes of India bear a rather rich history. Apart from the glorious organic views, the myths and legends surrounding the lake would...
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Divya Balvally
- Dec 18, 2021
- 5 min
River Goddesses in Hindu Mythology
Why are Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati considered to be holy in Hindu mythology? Read this blog post to find out!
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Khushi Makasare
- Dec 11, 2021
- 3 min
Extinct Indian Languages and their Impact on Society
Read all about extinct and endangered Indian languages and steps taken to revive them.
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Prerana Thakur
- Dec 3, 2021
- 6 min
11 Must-Visit Historical Places to Visit in and Around Mumbai
Read about 11 historical places and monuments that you should definitely visit in the modern city of Mumbai if you are a history buff!
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Ria Kanchan
- Nov 27, 2021
- 5 min
A Glimpse into the Pattachitra Paintings of Orissa
Pattachitra paintings, a traditional art form of Orissa, have a huge historical significance. Read some interesting facts about them here.
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Vrushabh Magdum
- Nov 20, 2021
- 4 min
How Are Lord Mahavira’s Teachings Relevant Today?
In this world where most people seek answers in religion, Lord Mahavira's preachings can still solve their problems. Find out how here!
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Divya Balvally
- Nov 13, 2021
- 2 min
Tracing the Origin of Urdu Language
What makes Urdu different from Hindi and who is credited with developing this language? Read this blog post to find out!
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Prerana Thakur
- Nov 9, 2021
- 4 min
11 Sacred Buddhist Symbols and their Meaning
Read about Buddhist iconography and the meanings behind the sacred symbols often found in Buddhist art and architecture.
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Divya Balvally
- Oct 16, 2021
- 5 min
A Brief Introduction to the Vedas
Vedas are the oldest scriptures known to humanity, essentially passed down via an oral tradition between Gurus and students. Read more here.
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Divya Balvally
- Oct 5, 2021
- 3 min
Why is Lord Ganesha known as Ekdant?
Lord Ganesha is depicted having a human body with an elephant head having single tusk, and is thus, known as Ekdant (one tooth).
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Divya Balvally
- Sep 28, 2021
- 5 min
How Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Reformed the Indian Society
After an incident where he was insulted for his caste, Jyotirao Phule pledged to reform Indian society. Read about his contributions here.
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Prerana Thakur
- Sep 21, 2021
- 5 min
Matrilineal Societies in India
Read here about the matrilineal societies of India and how these communities practice egalitarianism in their own right.
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Prerana Thakur
- Sep 11, 2021
- 4 min
Harivansh Rai Bachchan: One of the Greatest Literary Icons and Hindi Poets in India
Read more about the life and legacy of one of India’s greatest poets and Amitabh Bachchan’s father, Harivansh Rai Bachchan.
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